Good afternoon OBS members and friends, This year’s Forest Sangha calendar commemorates the centenary of the birth of Venerable Ajahn Chah. It is dedicated with gratitude and respect for the many offerings that he made to samanas and lay people through his...

Good evening members and friends, Samaneri Anuruddha, originally from the United Kingdom, has been studying devotedly for several years with Ayya Medhanandhi at Sati Saraniya Hermitage near Perth, Ontario. At the time of the recent full moon on December 3rd, Venerable...

New Year’s Message from the OBS Executive “The effort we put into providing a program for the year brings gladness to our lives. The value that comes out is immeasurable. Take a brief moment to reflect on friendships you have developed with lay practitioners, and...

Dear Friends and Members of the OBS, In his memoir Fire Beneath The Snow, Ven. Palden Gyatso reflects on his time imprisoned by Chinese forces for his support of Tibetan Independence. In 1992, after 33 years of captivity, he was released. Since this time he has lived...

Good afternoon members and friends, The new year has brought with it cold starry nights and some crisp sunny days. While these seasonal changes may bring adventuresome skiing, snowshoeing and snowboarding to our lives, our intention remains constant – to be open to...

Friendly Reminder …. The next OBS Social will follow the Annual General Meeting, Sunday Feb 7th, 2016 JOin us from 1 – 4 pm at the Old Ottawa South Community Centre, Sunnyside Ave. All are invited and remember to bring a sweet or savory food item to share...